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Families with children and travelers seeking a free, educational cultural stop.
Muséum d’Auxerre
FR
Museum·Quiet, Educational, Family Oriented
The Muséum d’Auxerre is a hidden gem in the heart of Auxerre, offering a fascinating look at the natural world through its themed rooms and permanent taxidermy collection. This city museum is completely free to enter, making it an accessible stop for families and solo travelers alike. Visitors can enjoy a mix of permanent displays and temporary exhibitions, such as those focused on local bird life, often accompanied by relaxing slideshows. The museum is set within a beautiful wooded park, providing a serene environment for a post-visit walk. With friendly staff and convenient free parking nearby, it offers a high-quality educational experience that typically lasts about an hour and a half.
The Muséum d’Auxerre is a hidden gem in the heart of Auxerre, offering a fascinating look at the natural world through its themed rooms and permanent taxidermy collection. This city museum is completely free to enter, making it an accessible stop for families and solo travelers alike. Visitors can enjoy a mix of permanent displays and temporary exhibitions, such as those focused on local bird life, often accompanied by relaxing slideshows. The museum is set within a beautiful wooded park, providing a serene environment for a post-visit walk. With friendly staff and convenient free parking nearby, it offers a high-quality educational experience that typically lasts about an hour and a half.
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Address
5 Bd Vauban, 89000 Auxerre, France
Websiteauxerre.fr
Phone03 86 72 96 40
Hours
Open nowMon
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Tue
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Wed
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM2:00 - 5:30 PM
Thu
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Fri
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM2:00 - 5:30 PM
Highlights
Completely free admission for all visitors.
Extensive permanent collection of taxidermied specimens.
Beautiful surrounding park and wooded green space.
Engaging themed rooms suitable for both kids and adults.
Convenient free parking located right across the street.
Occasion Tags
Family, Tourists, Locals, Solo
Reviews
4.3
Great217 reviews
The Muséum d’Auxerre is celebrated for providing a high-quality, free educational experience in a welcoming environment. Visitors often highlight the permanent collection of taxidermied specimens and the well-curated themed rooms as highlights of the visit. The museum is particularly popular with families, who find the exhibits engaging for children and the surrounding park perfect for a break. Many reviewers appreciate the convenience of free parking located directly across the street. While the museum is relatively small and can be explored in about 90 minutes, the relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff make it a favorite local stop. Some guests have noted that the restroom facilities could be improved, but the overall sentiment remains very positive.
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Location
Auxerre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
